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Grand Seiko SBGW291vsYema Superman Worldtime GMT

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SBGW291
Grand SeikoSBGW291
MSRP $5,300
Superman Worldtime GMT
YemaSuperman Worldtime GMT
MSRP $1,549

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGW29136.5mm
Superman Worldtime GMT39mm
Power Reserve
SBGW29172h
Superman Worldtime GMT40h
Water Resistance
SBGW291100m
Superman Worldtime GMT300m
MSRP
SBGW291$5,300
Superman Worldtime GMT$1,549

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
36.5mm
39mm
Thickness
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.7mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
39mm Automatic

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9S64
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,300
$1,549

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGW291

The Grand Seiko SBGW291 is praised for its charming 36.5mm size and a silver sunburst dial with sharply chamfered indices and dauphine hands. Reviewers note the hallmark Zaratsu polished surfaces and the hand-wound 9S64 movement, which provides accuracy between -3 to +5 seconds per day and a three-day power reserve. The case wears wonderfully on smaller wrists. However, its €5,200 price is considered high by one reviewer, especially without a steel bracelet, suggesting vintage options might be more appealing. Overall, reviewers consider the Grand Seiko SBGW291 a valid option for a simpler, smaller Grand Seiko experience, with its wearability and finishing being key strengths.

Yema Superman Worldtime GMT

Owners widely praise the Yema Superman Worldtime GMT for its premium feel, unique bezel-lock mechanism, and attractive domed crystal. Some owners note the aluminum bezel insert is less desirable than ceramic and report the bracelet clasp can be stiff or difficult to open. Inconsistent quality control and poor customer service have been flagged by some owners. On balance, owners value the Yema Superman Worldtime GMT for its distinctive features and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The "Coke" bezel and maxi dial are attractive design elements. The in-house automatic GMT movement is a French alternative to pricier GMTs.

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